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The UDF in Kerala will support four independent candidates who quit the CPI(M) in the April 9 Assembly elections. Leader V D Satheesan also announced the induction of the National Janata Dal (NJD) as a constituent party of the front

Delhi Police arrested Siddhnath Kumar from Bihar’s Arwal district for allegedly creating and sharing objectionable AI-generated images of Prime Minister Modi on social media. He has been brought to Delhi for probe and booked under forgery, defamation, and criminal intimidation

The BJP has released a fresh list of 11 candidates for the Kerala Assembly elections, including district president Karamana Jayan in Thiruvananthapuram. Prominent names like S Rajasekharan Nair, Vivek Gopan, and TN Suresh are also in the fray

Researchers from CCMB have mapped antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in urban wastewater across Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, and Chennai. The study reveals consistent bacterial resistance mechanisms, gene-sharing patterns, and a practical SOP enabling nationwide surveillance of drug-resistant pathogens.

Vaarahi Silver Jewellery will launch its premium Kukatpally store on March 28. The pre-launch event featured actors Teja Sajja and Meenakshi Chaudhary, unveiling exclusive silver jewellery. Special offers, vouchers, silver coins, and a lucky draw add to the excitement.

Bowenpally and Gudimalkapur vegetable markets in Telangana generate biogas, electricity, and bio-manure from organic waste. The plants, designed using bio-methanation technology, power canteens, streetlights, and market operations, offering a sustainable alternative during the ongoing LPG crisis.

The Puligundala ecotourism site in Telangana now features a dedicated bird-watching cabin for observing 65 species. The initiative, part of the 2025 eco-tourism project, includes trekking trails, luxury cottages, tent camping, and forest safaris to promote wildlife conservation.

AYUSH stands for Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homeopathy. The Indian government officially recognises these treatments and has dedicated hospitals, clinics, and certified practitioners.

India and Bhutan have announced a cross-border remittance initiative integrating the UPU PosTransfer system with India’s UPI through postal networks. The initiative aims to make money transfers faster, affordable and accessible while strengthening postal and technology cooperation.

Qatar evacuated 147 horses via special flights amid Gulf tensions, demonstrating its commitment to the welfare of Arabian horses, a cornerstone of the nation’s equestrian heritage. Hyderabad’s Aizah Mir also won silver at an international equestrian event in Qatar.

A firecracker-laden truck caught fire in Maheshwaram, Ranga Reddy district, after reportedly touching high-tension power lines. The driver and helper escaped safely, but the truck was destroyed. Police and fire department personnel are investigating the cause of the blaze.

The Keerthana Arts Foundation will host the two-day Tyagaraja Festival 2026 in Hyderabad on March 21–22, featuring leading and emerging Carnatic musicians in vocal and instrumental performances celebrating the legacy of Saint Tyagaraja.

The Islamabad High Court ruled that advertising sanitation jobs exclusively for Christians is unconstitutional. A Bitter Winter report reveals that structural discrimination against religious minorities persists in Pakistan, showing legal decisions alone cannot dismantle entrenched social hierarchies.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warns young women about fake social media profiles used to extort and manipulate victims. He urges victims to report abuse, advises parental involvement, and assures authorities can trace offenders despite digital masking.

Severe space constraints at JNAFAU have stalled plans to introduce new programmes such as cinematography and filmmaking. Lack of land, infrastructure limitations and withdrawal of additional campus space have forced the university to put expansion plans on hold.

Virat Kohli has urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru to stay focused as defending IPL champions, warning of a tough 2026 season. RCB began preparations in Bengaluru with head coach Andy Flower welcoming new signings ahead of their title defence.

S S Rajamouli lauds Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh and R Madhavan, saying it surpasses the original in scale and soul. The 4-hour sequel has crossed Rs 200 crore nett, winning praise for direction, plot, and performances.

Actresses Anishma Anilkumar and Meenakshi Dinesh praised director Ken Karunas on Instagram after their film Youth became a superhit. Both reflected on his dedication, sleepless nights, and passion, sharing heartfelt gratitude for their roles and the journey they shared.

Top South Indian film stars including Chiranjeevi, Kamal Haasan, Allu Arjun, Jr NTR and Vijay Sethupathi extended Eid greetings to fans through social media, wishing peace, prosperity and happiness on the festive occasion.

Family members of a murdered YouTuber in Jagtial are visiting her grave daily, offering her favourite items, as police investigate a dowry-related killing involving her husband and his relatives.

Amid reports that senior Congress leader T. Jeevan Reddy plans to quit the party, Ministers D. Sridhar Babu and Adluri Laxman Kumar met him in Jagtial and urged him to reconsider his decision after discussions lasting over an hour.

South Korea is in talks with Iran and other countries to restore normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz after Tehran signalled readiness to allow Japan-bound vessels. The vital oil route remains strained following US-Israel strikes and Iran’s blockade.

The Telangana government has shifted from promoting paddy cultivation to urging crop diversification, citing procurement challenges, drawing criticism over policy inconsistency as leaders now encourage farmers to adopt commercial crops like oil palm.

Gold prices declined nearly 6 percent during the week due to profit booking and a stronger US dollar. Analysts expect continued pressure on precious metals amid geopolitical tensions, inflation concerns and signals from global central banks on interest rates.